Finding Health in Gender-Affirming Care
Length: 00:44
Finding Health in Gender-Affirming Care
Dr. Abbott explains the fundamentals of medical care for gender affirmation.
Educational Objectives:
Share terminology related to gender identity
Demonstrate how to address gender identity conversations with patients
Evaluate resources on treatment guidance for transgender care
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). The Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association (AOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.
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Dr. Brandon Abbott, DO, MPH is a board certified internist and pediatrician practicing North Country HealthCare in Flagstaff, Arizona, focusing on transitional care for children with chronic medical illnesses. A graduate of A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona, Dr. Abbott earned a Master of Public Health at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine during medical school. He completed his residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Abbott is also a part time staff physician for Doctor on Demand, a telemedicine company.